The Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles (1-3), 6.5-point underdogs, will face off against the Appalachian State Mountaineers (2-2) at Greensboro Coliseum. The game’s Over/Under (O/U) has been set at 143 points and it starts at 3:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 16, 2019.
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles vs. Appalachian State Mountaineers ATS Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last outing. The Mountaineers lost a close one to the Montana State Bobcats, 59-56, while the Golden Eagles were blown out by the UNCG Spartans, 64-30.
Tennessee Tech had a better free throw rate (0.102 vs. 0.048) while Appalachian State held Montana State to an offensive rebounding percentage of 17.1 (below their season average of 26.4). Appalachian State was led by Justin Forrest, who contributed 27 points and 12 rebounds. Meanwhile, Darius Allen played well for Tennessee Tech, contributing seven points.
Since last season, the Golden Eagles have had records of 9-26 straight up (SU) and 15-15-1 against the spread (ATS). Vegas has had a tendency to set the total high when Tennessee Tech is involved since last season as 64.5 percent of their games have finished under the O/U total.
The Mountaineers, meanwhile, are 13-19 SU and 15-15-2 ATS since last season. There does not appear to be a trend for Appalachian State’s games over that same stretch in regards to the O/U total as there has been an even split between games finishing over and under.
There should be plenty of transition offense in this showdown that showcases a pair of the country’s more up-and-down teams. Appalachian State ranks 31st in possessions per game (73.4) and Tennessee Tech is 44th (72.6) since last season.
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles vs. Appalachian State Mountaineers Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Appalachian State, ATS Winner – Appalachian State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Appalachian State ranks 76th in three pointers attempted per game (24.6) while Tennessee Tech ranks 248th (20.1).
- The Golden Eagles average 36.2 rebounds per game, which ranks 136th in the country. The Mountaineers rank 261st in rebounds allowed per game (37.2).
- Tennessee Tech ranks 70th in blocks per game (4.1) while Appalachian State ranks 111th in blocks allowed per game (3.1).
- The Mountaineers rank 141st in assists allowed per game (12.9) while the Golden Eagles rank 286th (16.0).
- Tennessee Tech averages 7.1 steals per game, which ranks 76th in the country. Appalachian State ranks 216th in steals allowed per game (6.9).
